Working on the base in my basement and then I am down to the stairs. Having trouble figuring out what I need and I cannot seem to find anything to look at.
Right now the stairs are just a 2" (x10" I think) framing lumber.
The stairs are going to be carpeted.
I am going to put an oak skirt board on the wall at the sides. Also need treads and risers. All the treads and risers I look at are very expensive and made to be stained. I do not need that. Should I be looking at treads and risers made of MDF? I have seen those a few places. I was also wondering what is wrong with the 2" framing lumber if carpet is going to be used. I assume you need a bullnose on the tread even with carpet? Suppose I could put the bullnose on it.
Since the stairs are carpeted, I need to find an inexpensive option that will get the job done.